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“Is it a good time or even possible to SELL my HOME during the Covid-19 pandemic?”

We are all going through some very interesting & tough times right now. Many of our clients feel that they cannot sell their homes at this moment. I’ll be honest, I felt the same way when this pandemic began. But what we found was that it can still be done. We have adapted & continue to help our clients safely buy & sell their homes right now. Here’s how.

This inventory shortage, which spread widely throughout our local housing market going into today’s economic slowdown, created an environment where there were not enough homes for sale for those who wanted to buy them.

With the current quarantine recommendations in place, fewer sellers are listing homes, which will limit buyer choices.

So, with buyer choices already limited going into this season, and more sellers removing listings today, if you’ve been thinking about listing your house, it’s a great time to do so. Many others in your neighborhood may be waiting to make a move or removing their listings, so staying on the market – or jumping into it – could work to your advantage.

Buyers today are serious ones, and with prices holding steady in this low-inventory market, you can feel confident about selling today. Embracing the process virtually, where available, could help your house hit the top of an eager buyer’s list. While your neighbors miss out on this opportunistic time, you don’t have to.

Bottom Line

If buyer choices are limited in your neighborhood, selling now may help your listing rise to the top of the pool. Reach out to Ricardo the Realtor today to make sure you have the expert help you need to succeed in the selling process.

An American Horror Story – Real Estate Episode

What happens when you are making one of the biggest decisions in your life & 💩 hits the fan? Buying your home can be a little stressful. Selling your home can also be stressful. But what if you had to sell your home in order to buy the next one? One contingent on the other? That can be like juggling too many balls & having them all in the air at the same time. You never know what can go wrong… Like in our clients situation in this video.

Who you work with really matters.

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Ricardo the Realtor – 5 Star Review – Long Beach Homes For Sale

Long Beach Homes For Sale Real Estate Agent Ricardo the Realtor

“Ricardo The Realtor (aka RTR) has a ton of experience and knowledge of the Long Beach area and helped us purchase our first home as husband and wife. We had to close the deal asap over the holidays and he handled it like a pro. He was able to line up all the necessary appointments in one day (home inspector, termite inspector, appraiser, etc) and helped us guide us through the process even after we left town for the holidays. After escrow, Ricardo went the extra mile by meeting the utility company at our new home to make sure everything was set up for our move in.

Ricardo’s biggest strength is the fact that he really cares about his clients. You can trust that he’ll protect your interests during the entire negotiating process. When all was said and done, we were able to get a great price for our dream home. We can’t recommend Ricardo enough.”

Tram N. – Home Buyer

“For all of your Real Estate needs & more… Call Ricardo the Realtor.”

Selling your home?

Get a FREE online evaluation: CallRTR.com

We utilize proven marketing techniques to obtain you the highest & best offer for your home. Gone are the days of placing a sign in your lawn, ad in the local newspaper & inputting the info into the MLS. We use todays technology- via customized online marketing, our very own mobile app to get your home the exposure it requires to get you the best price. We market your home not only locally but world wide on our site that is translated over 19 languages. We can show you how our tech savvy approach will make a world of difference when we sell your home. Marketing at a much higher level is what we specialize in.

Buying your home?

Call RTR

Driving around looking at For Sale signs is NOT the way to buy a home & allow us to tell you why. The “Listing Agent” already has a fiduciary duty to his client – The Seller. That agent has to get the highest price for their clients home. As your Buyer Realtor Team we look out for you, the Buyer. We are in your corner making sure your interests are 1st. Our Real Estate Agents follow a proven strategy that works.

Your Top Real Estate Agent Team is committed to providing you with the dedication to detail & client service you deserve.

Rental Rates are going up, Up, UP in Long Beach … You might as well BUY!

For all of your Real Estate needs and more, Call Ricardo the Realtor.com562-533-4003

Rents are going up Up UP!

Per City News Service / Patch.com :

Apartment-dwellers in Los Angeles and Orange County can look forward to triple-digit increases in their rent over the next two years, thanks to growing demand and low vacancy rates, according to a USC report released today.

According to the study prepared by Beacon Economics for the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate, average rents are expected to jump over 2015 levels by $109 in Los Angeles County and $149 in Orange County by 2018. In the Inland Empire, average rents are expected to jump by just $84, but in San Diego County, renters can expect a $155 hike.

The rent hikes and continued high demand are in spite of more than 38,000 new apartments being planned across the four areas, according to the 2016 USC Casden Multifamily Forecast.

How much longer can you afford to pay RENT?

Here are 5 SOLID Reasons to STOP Renting and BUY your own house.

1) BUILD EQUITY!
Consider the amount of equity that you could have already built. How much equity can you build in the next 2, 5 or 10 years? Equity builds as you pay down your mortgage and your property appreciates.

2) STOP THROWING AWAY MONEY!
The money you have been paying each month as rent is building your landlords equity. When you move, you do not see a dime of this money. Rather than pay your landlord’s mortgage each month, put the cash to work for you in your own home.

3) STABLE PAYMENTS.
Landlords determine how much you pay each month, and they can increase the rent at their leisure. But if you get a fixed mortgage loan, your home loan payments remain the same for as long as you own that home. You no longer have to worry about rent increases, or move because you cannot afford a higher rent payment.

4) MORTGAGE RATES ARE HISTORICALLY LOW!
Super low mortgage rates will not last forever. If you have ever considered buying your own home, purchasing now can result in a cheaper loan rate and lower monthly payment. As a result you will get more house for your money.

5) YOU CAN QUALIFY!
If you have a high credit score, sufficient income & you meet a lenders other requirements, there is no reason to throw away money each month. Buying your home is not a complicated process when you are walked through the process by our team.

We can get you on the road to home ownership. We have plenty of clients that have realized their first home purchase. They would be more than happy to speak to you about their experience and let you know how happy they are that they made the decision to cut the ties of renting and bought their own home.

Long Beach Homes and Luxury Estates Team – Million Dollar homes For Sale

Completely upgraded Mid Century Modern Home. Everything upgraded from the ceilings to the solid wood doors. Hardwood Floors throughout the home except for 2 rooms. New recessed lighting. upgraded front master bath. Hall leads you to a world of entertaining in your new gourmet kitchen featuring a double thermador Commercial oven with a 24 inch Grill. Crystal chandelier over Island. Keep your food warm in this warming drawer and for those big parties you can cook in your Avantium microwave/oven and clean your dishes in the 2 drawer dishwasher. Guest Bath is perfect for when you have people over in the pool. Marble and glass shower. Vetrazzo counter tops in the Kitchen and Bath. All new custom wood cabinets with pull out drawers and self closing doors in Kitchen, Bath and Family Room. New Electrical panel, Air Conditioning unit and tank less water heater. Thousands of dollars in Hardscape and Landscape Front and Back. built in BBQ area with top of the line BBQ. New sprinkler system and timed lighting. Wired monitoring system for home and alarm system. New gate in driveway. New Roofed covered Patio and so much more, must see.

Remember, when selling or buying a home … Strategy Matters! Let us guide you to success. We are here to help YOU WIN!

Call us today and find out what your home is actually worth.

Thank you for taking the time to view our video about selling your home. Ricardo the Realtor – Long Beach Real Estate Team is here to assist home buyers & home sellers reach their goals. We have the marketing know how of utilizing todays technology to best serve you.

Long Beach Real Estate Agent Top Team. Our TEAM of Realtor’s outperform the individual agent.

Long Beach Homes and Luxury Estates Team – Million Dollar homes For Sale

Selling your home?
We utilize proven marketing techniques to obtain you the highest & best offer for your home. Gone are the days of placing a sign in your lawn, ad in the local newspaper & inputting the info into the MLS. We use todays technology- via customized online marketing, our very own mobile app to get your home the exposure it requires to get you the best price. We market your home not only locally but world wide on our site that is translated over 19 languages. We can show you how our tech savvy approach will make a world of difference when we sell your home. Marketing at a much higher level is what we specialize in.

Buying your home?
Driving around looking at For Sale signs is NOT the way to buy a home & allow us to tell you why. The “Listing Agent” already has a fiduciary duty to his client – The Seller. That agent has to get the highest price for their clients home. As your Buyer Realtor Team we look out for you, the Buyer. We are in your corner making sure your interests are 1st. Our Real Estate Agents follow a proven strategy that works.